Annual Juneteenth Festival - POSTPONED
2025-06-14 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Big Spring Park, 200 Church Street, Huntsville, AL, 35801, United States
This event has been postponed to Saturday, June 28, from 5-9 p.m. due to the forecast of inclement weather.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 14, as the City’s Office of Multicultural Affairs and Amazon team up to present the annual Juneteenth Festival, a vibrant evening filled with performances, fireworks and hands-on STEAM activities.
The free, family-friendly event, which runs from 5-9 p.m. at Big Spring Park, will be headlined by Element XI, known for their high-energy performances and crowd-pleasing sound. The Huntsville Community Drumline will open.
An addition to this year’s festival is The STEAM Zone, a collaborative space featuring hands-on, educational activities centered on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Partners like Arts Huntsville and the North Alabama NSBE Professionals will lead engaging programming designed to spark curiosity and creativity in participants of all ages.
Throughout the park, festivalgoers can explore booths from local nonprofits, community groups and organizations offering valuable resources and services. Food trucks will provide mouth-watering cuisines, and a live DJ will spin tunes between stage performances. The night will conclude with a fireworks display.
Attendees should bring lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early to enjoy the Juneteenth Festival’s offerings.

After School Bash
2025-06-07 16:00 - 20:00
The Huntsville Police Department is teaming up with Free 2 Teach once again – this time for the After School Bash, a community-wide celebration designed to support public school teachers with the supplies they need to equip students.📚
📅Saturday | June 7 from 4-8 p.m.
📍Big Spring Park, 200 Church St. SW
The event will feature bounce houses, live entertainment, local food trucks and vendors, police activity zones and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring school supply donations to help “Stuff the Squad Car,” with all items going to support area teachers through Free 2 Teach.

16th Annual Mayors Bike Ride
2025-05-03 10:30 - 12:30
Join Mayor Battle and the Huntsville Police Bike Unit for a free, family-friendly 4-mile ride through the heart of Downtown Huntsville! This safe and fun event is perfect for all ages, showcasing the city’s vibrant streets and community spirit.
View more details here.

Big Spring Jingle
2024-12-20 16:00 - 21:00
Join Huntsville Parks & Recreation for the Big Spring Jingle on Friday, Dec. 20, from 4 to 9 p.m. Big Spring Park West will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland featuring festive lights, live music, a dance floor and plenty of prizes and giveaways. Santa will also make a special appearance, taking a break from his North Pole workshop to take photos with everyone.
His arrival might even bring a few flurries to the park!
For residents with special needs or sensory sensitivities, we invite you to join us from 4 to 5 p.m. for a more relaxed experience, complete with lower sound levels, smaller crowds and no waiting to meet Santa.
More information here.

Fall for All - CANCELED
2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to inclement weather.
Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites you to Fall for All, a free event to welcome the fall season on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m. to noon at Big Spring Park East.
Enjoy live music by The Bubbanaughts, experience the excitement of riding a mechanical bull or have some fun with pumpkin bowling. The event will also feature a variety of inflatable games, fall-themed crafts and photo ops.
Don’t miss out on the chance to win prizes and explore delicious food options from our vendors. Visit the Facebook event page for more information.

Light Up the Night - Canceled
2024-08-16 18:00 - 21:00
Due to the threat of thunderstorms later today, Huntsville Parks & Recreation is canceling tonight’s “Light Up the Night.” There are no plans to reschedule the event.
Visit Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Facebook page for more information on this and other Parks & Recreation events.

Light Up the Night - POSTPONED
2024-07-26 18:00 - 21:00
UPDATE: Due to ground conditions in Big Spring Park, Huntsville Parks & Recreation is postponing tonight’s “Light Up the Night” event. The new date is Friday, Aug. 16.
Let’s glow! Help Huntsville Parks & Recreation “Light Up the Night” at Big Spring Park East (near the spring) on Friday, July 26, from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy music, lights, dancing and more glow party fun at this free, family-friendly event. Free party favors for kids while supplies last.

Fitness in the Park: POUND
2024-06-29 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: POUND on Saturday, June 29, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by 24e Health Club.
No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun
2024-06-22 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun on Saturday, June 22, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by Nancy.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our last Fitness in the Park event:

June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Juneteenth Festival
2024-06-15 17:00 - 21:00
Amazon, in partnership with the City of Huntsville’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, will host a Juneteenth Festival in Big Spring Park West on Saturday, June 15, from 5-9 p.m. Attendees can enjoy live music by B2B and The Shindellas as well as free health screenings and haircuts.
The event also features exhibitors, a display by Huntsville Revisited Museum, recognition of local Black leaders and fireworks. Manna House is donating food to the first 1,500 families in attendance.

Fitness in the Park: Interval Training
2024-06-15 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Interval Training on Saturday, June 15, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by SWEAT440.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Resilience Yoga
2024-06-08 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Resilience Yoga on Saturday, June 8, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by Sheila L.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

June 15: Interval Training with SWEAT440
June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Kardio Dance Fitness
2024-06-01 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Kardio Dance Fitness on Saturday, June 1, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by Karissa.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

June 8: Resilience Yoga with Sheila L
June 15: Interval Training with SWEAT440
June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Zumba
2024-05-25 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Zumba on Saturday, May 25, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by Angie.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

June 1: Kardio Dance Fitness with Karissa
June 8: Resilience Yoga with Sheila L
June 15: Interval Training with SWEAT440
June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Dance Fitness
2024-05-18 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Dance Fitness on Saturday, May 18, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by M.E.R.C. Fitness Asylum.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

May 25: Zumba with Angie
June 1: Kardio Dance Fitness with Karissa
June 8: Resilience Yoga with Sheila L
June 15: Interval Training with SWEAT440
June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy [Big Spring West—North side of the Museum]
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Pure Barre
2024-05-11 09:00 - 10:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Pure Barre on Saturday, May 11, at 9 a.m. in Big Spring Park West by the Japanese bridge. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by Pure Barre Huntsville.
Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

May 18: Dance Fitness with M.E.R.C. Fitness Asylum
May 25: Zumba with Angie
June 1: Kardio Dance Fitness with Karissa
June 8: Resilience Yoga with Sheila L
June 15: Interval Training with SWEAT440
June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy [Big Spring West—North side of the Museum]
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

Fitness in the Park: Family Boot Camp
2024-05-04 10:00 - 11:00
Join Healthy Huntsville for Fitness in the Park: Family Boot Camp on Saturday, May 4, 10-11 a.m. in Big Spring Park, as part of the Mayor Battle’s Bike Ride and Block Party. This free workout is for participants ages 16+ and will be led by Burn Boot Camp.

Can’t make it to this event? Check out our other Fitness in the Park events:

May 11: Pure Barre with Pure Barre Huntsville
May 18: Dance Fitness with M.E.R.C. Fitness Asylum
May 25: Zumba with Angie
June 1: Kardio Dance Fitness with Karissa
June 8: Resilience Yoga with Sheila L
June 15: Interval Training with SWEAT440
June 22: Relentless Positivity Fitness Fun with Nancy
June 29: POUND with 24e Health Club

No special equipment is needed, although you might want a yoga mat or towel. Remember your water bottle, and get ready for a fabulous, free workout!

HerPower Walk
2024-03-16 09:30 - 11:00
Celebrate Women’s History Month with the inaugural HerPower Walk at Big Spring Park on Saturday, March 16, from 9-11 a.m. This 3-mile walk is open to men and women of all ages. Event includes music, food trucks and gift bags while supplies last.

Big Spring Jingle
2023-12-08 17:00 - 20:00
Huntsville Parks & Recreation, Downtown Huntsville, Inc. and the Huntsville Museum of Art will host Big Spring Jingle from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8 There will be holiday-themed lighting, music, a dance floor + more fun for all ages. Festivalgoers can also enjoy Skating in the Park in front of the museum and get dinner from the food trucks on Church Street
*Please note: There will be a cost for Skating in the Park and the food trucks. All other activities will be free.
More info here.

Sustainability News Conference
2023-04-20 10:00 - 10:30
In advance of Earth Day, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle and members of the Huntsville Environmental Sustainability Committee (HESC) will present the results of a nine-month study during a news conference on Thursday, April 20, at 10 a.m. in Big Spring Park East by the spring.
Mayor Battle tasked the HESC with reviewing and updating an environmental report produced in 2010 and providing the City an actionable program for moving forward with communitywide sustainability efforts. The goal is for Huntsville to create and maintain a healthy environment and thriving economy that is equitable for present and future generations.
The committee broke down their assignment into six sustainability sectors: Natural Environment, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, Food Security and Environmental Justice.

Free Movie Night
2022-07-23 18:00
Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites everyone to a free movie night at Big Spring Park on Saturday, July 23. Hosted by the therapeutic recreation team, there will be dancing and fun, starting at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m., “Space Jam: A New Legacy” will be shown. Click here for more information.

Community Chalk Art Festival
2022-07-15 17:30 - 19:30
Come to Big Spring Park and create public art as part of Parks and Recreation Month. Local artists will lead the design with plenty of sidewalk chalk for everyone to participate. There will also be free bubble wands for the kids while supplies last and lawn games to enjoy. Click here to see the event page.

2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's
2021-10-09 09:00
Registration for the 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer’s begins at 9 a.m. at Big Spring Park, 200 Church St. SW, Huntsville, 35801. Ceremony starts at 10 a.m. with walk immediately following. More information here.

Praise in the Park
2021-08-28 12:00 - 14:00
We are partnering with Worship 94.5 to hold a unique and free concert experience in Big Spring Park West.
Join Pastor Mike Jr. with Official Music, The Official James Fortune Page, Jekalyn Carr, Jonathan Nelson, Earnest Pugh… as well as Edwrin Sutton, Monica Lisa Stevenson, RIZEN, Algeron Wright, Lasha Knox, James Johnson and Kelontae Gavin for Praise in the Park!
Bring your own chairs/blankets.

Cancelled: Walk@Lunch
2020-04-07 10:30 - 13:00
This event has been cancelled by Blue Cross Blue Shield due to CDC protocol for large event gatherings. We hope to reschedule this event in the fall.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama’s National Walk@Lunch Day is designed to complement—not compete with—your busy lifestyle. Created to improve personal health and decrease healthcare costs for employers and employees, National Walk@Lunch Day is the start of your new daily walking routine, helping you to improve your health – step by step.
Walk@Lunch will take place in Big Spring Park and have numerous health related vendors providing information, samples and demonstrations along the scenic walk around the lake!

Mayor Battle Walk @Lunch Day
2019-04-03 10:30 - 13:00
Come out to Big Spring Park with Mayor Tommy Battle and celebrate National Walk@Lunch Day with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Healthy Huntsville, and the City of Huntsville!
Register at AlabamaBlue.com/walkatlunch
Don’t forget your walking shoes! Event starts at 10:30 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m. Mayor Tommy Battle will kick-off the first walk at 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy our free on-site health fair featuring local health vendors.
Read more information about the event here.

Mayor's Walking Challenge Finale: Tinsel Trail
2017-11-26 16:30 - 19:00
Enjoy this fun finale to the Mayor’s Walking Challenge as Healthy Huntsville partners with Downtown Huntsville Inc.on the first annual Tinsel Trail Trot!

This will be about a one mile run around Big Spring Park in the evening with tree lights leading the way!

The Mayor’s Walking Challenge is to complete 100 miles in 100 days-starting August 23 and ending November 30. Use Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama‘s www.walkingworks.com to track your miles. BCBSAL will award 10 random people that complete the 100 miles in 100 days a Fitbit!
